Some UMD students say blue light glasses help prevent strain from virtual classes
Despite differing medical opinions on whether blue light causes eye strain, some students say the glasses are helping them get through the virtual semester.
Zoom fails make online school just a little better
Always remember to press that mute button.
“On our own”: UMD students with accommodations struggle to adjust to new semester
Some students say the university is unprepared to accommodate their needs.
This fall, fighting screen fatigue is imperative
Don’t let online classes get you down.
There’s no right answer in the debate over synchronous and asynchronous classes
Both synchronous and asynchronous online classes have flaws. Professors have to adapt.
Students petition UMD to lower tuition and fees, citing online classes
The petitions call to lower mandatory fees.
UMD shouldn’t reopen for the fall semester
OUR VIEW: Reopening campus unnecessarily puts lives in danger.
Trump administration drops restriction for international students in online classes
Returning international students will now be able to retain their visa status come fall, even if all their classes are held virtually, as was the case in March when campuses began to close due to the coronavirus.
UMD announces updated guidelines for fall semester
There will be reduced capacity in dorms, and courses with over 50 students will likely be held partially online.